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DeKalb Commissioner Larry Johnson to host free COVID-19 vaccination event May 24

Local News May 21, 2021By On Common Ground News

DECATUR, GA—DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson will host a free COVID-19 vaccination event on Monday, May 24, 11 a.m. to…

U.S. Navy showcases “The Nimitz” mobile experience at Lithonia High School during recruiting event

Education May 21, 2021By On Common Ground News

Photos provided by Ken Woodmansee. LITHONIA—This week, U.S. Navy leadership held a recruiting event at Lithonia High…

Congressman Hank Johnson, CBC to host 100th Commemoration event of Tulsa Massacre

Local News May 21, 2021By On Common Ground News

On Thursday, May 27, at 8 p.m. ET, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) is hosting a Congressional Black Caucus event to…

DeKalb announces Memorial Day residential sanitation collection schedule

Calendar May 21, 2021By On Common Ground News

In observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 31, garbage, recyclable materials and yard trimmings collection for residential customers will…

DeKalb Commissioner Larry Johnson to host South Precinct ‘Police Meetups’

Calendar May 21, 2021By On Common Ground News

DECATUR, GA—DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson will host DeKalb County South Precinct Police Meetups each Saturday starting May 22 through…

DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office serves 35 warrants during Round 2 of “Project Safe Home” operation

Local News May 20, 2021By On Common Ground News

DECATUR, GA ––DeKalb County Sheriff Melody M. Maddox announced today May 20) that 35 warrants were cleared during this week’s…

Rockdale Development Authority pledges $50K to Rockdale Career Academy

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Pictured, left to right: Development Authority of Rockdale County Board Vice Chair Dr. Steve Boyle, RCA Manufacturing Instructor Jesse Smith,…

AARP Georgia urges residents to participate in Emergency Broadband Benefit program

Local News May 20, 2021By On Common Ground News

New federal initiative offers eligible households up to $50 discount on high-speed internet bills Atlanta—AARP Georgia today encouraged residents…

DECAL to offer eligible Georgia families assistance with childcare through coronavirus funding

Other News May 20, 2021By On Common Ground News

ATLANTA—The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) has some good news for families who receive CAPS scholarship assistance…

Two bodies found in vehicle on rural road in Rockdale County, authorities seek public’s help

Local News May 20, 2021By On Common Ground News

CONYERS, GA—The Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the shooting deaths of two people whose bodies were found inside a…

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